My Creative Scrapbook - Stamping Ideas!

Hello!  The March Limited Edition Kit has a set of beautiful stamps matching the gorgeous Prima Something Blue collection.  I want to share with you a few fun ways to use your stamps. 

For my first example, I  chose " Always" stamp.  I started by using a marker to color only the gorgeous flourish frame around the word only...NOT the word!

I stamped the frame onto the background the paper filling in behind my flowers cluster adding a bit of texture to the cluster.

 Here you can see it stamped three times around the flower cluster.

 

 For my second example, I used the canvas banners in the Brads set found in the kit.

I used the both word stamps....This time we will be inking only the words and NOT the outer frames.

The ingenious shape of Ingvild Blooms stamps makes it perfect to color in the word only.

Stamp the word directly onto the banner.

TADA!!

For my third example, I chose a lighter color - Ingvild Bloom's Pastel Pink.

This time I inked the entire stamp and placed it directly onto the photo for a light touch of texture!

A closeup of the stamp on the photo.

Lastly, I used the larger frame stamp in the set.

For this example, I inked only HALF of the fame stamp.   I placed the stamp directly on the background paper.  Once again inking only HALF the fame, I stamped a second time.  As you can see here, I didn't get it exactly lined up but once I add the layers and photo you won't even notice! 

Here you can see the banners, photo, and frame! 

I would love to see how you use the stamps! 

To see the complete kit, check out My Creative Scrapbook.  For more tutorials and tips stop by My Creative Scrapbook blog!

Thanks for stopping by!

 

PaperHaus Blog Hop Day 3!

 Welcome to the Winter Frolic 12 Days Of Christmas Blog Hop! We are celebrating the release of the Winter Issue of PaperHaus Magazine but also inspiring you each day with wonderful holiday projects, giveaways and inspiration! Our blog hop will run from December 1st to December 12th! Be sure to stop each day and leave a comment each day to win some... fabulous prizes by our lovely sponsors! Don't forget to check out the Winter Issue for additional inspiration, holiday cheer and some amazing projects from our contributing team!

I am sharing one of my most favorite holiday cards from my past creations...I hope you enjoy it as well! 

To create the snowflake, I brushed distress ink along the edges, then dabbed on areas of distress paint.  The moisture from the paint made the ink bleed adding at to the aged feel.  Once dry, I added a touch of stickles for a little shimmer. 

 

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Thank you so much for stopping in! 

 

Next up on the hop is Lori

 

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Altering wood pieces Tutorial (My Creative Sketches)

The kits at My Creative Sketches are always full of an assortment of incredible embellishments.  The November Main Kit has some fabulous wood pieces from Dear Lizzy.  Today I am sharing how I altered a few of those pieces! 

 *reminder* just click on the photo to enlarge!

The first one I chose is the word "love."  I started by applying ink directly to the wood. Although I will be adding glitter, I don't want white showing through.

 

Next, I applied a generous coat of Ranger Glossy Accents.

While the Glossy Accents was still wet, I covered the piece in copper glitter. Set aside to dry.  I love the shimmery glitter affect but we all know how glitter seems to go on and on now matter how much we clean.  My solution....once the glitter had dried I applied another coat of glossy accents.  Not only does it keep the glitter in place, it adds a fun glassy look!

 

For my second piece, I grabbed the heart.  I started by applying a quick coat of gesso.

Once dry, I brushed Vintage Photo Distress ink to the edges using a dauber. When wet, the ink will bleed, contributing to the aged, distressed look I am hoping to achieve.

  Next, I applied regular embossing ink directly to the wood, and then a generous coat of UTEE Embossing powder.  (Ultra Thick Embossing Enamel) 

 Heat embossing powder.   I repeated the embossing ink and UTEE process 3 times. ( By adding three layers, it created a thick coat in which I could create a good impression with a stamp.)  After heating the last layer of embossing powder immediately press your stamp into the UTEE while it  is still warm.  I did not to add ink to my stamp as it was the flourish impression I was after. 

Here is the impression!  I used a Prima stamp from a previous My Creative Scrapbook kit.

To distress my image, I covered it entirely with black paint, making sure to get into all the crevices.

  Before the paint dries, wipe the paint back off.  The paint will remain in the impression creating a distressed look, and enhancing the details.

Here you can see both the sentiment and heart being used on my layout

 

Lastly, I chose an arrow.  I started by adding gray and Vintage Photo Distress Ink around the edges and filling in sporadically. By using Distress Ink, the inks will bleed when wet, adding to the distressed look.

Next, I lightly dry brushed gesso here and there.

 I applied embossing ink directly to the wood on the edges and in random area.  While still wet, I added Ranger Distress Embossing Powder.  Heat.

Adding to the rustic look, I added a generous coat of Ranger Crackle Accents.  Once completely dry, I rubbed ink into the cracked crevices.  The Accents also enhanced the colors of the inks and embossing powder!

I love how this one turned out!  It is the perfect touch for my masculine page!

 

For more information on the kits available and inspiration from the design team, head to My Creative Scrapbook.  More how-to tips and tricks can be found daily at My Creative Scrapbook blog!

 

Thanks for stopping!

 

September Sketch at My Creative Sketches!

It's time for the September reveal at My Creative Sketches! 

 

I used lots of Prima goodies found in the September Limited Edition Kit from My Creative Scrapbook!

 

A mini doily diecut from Cheery Lynn designs.  The butterfly is a Prima Stamp!  I used Ranger Distress Ink in Mustard to stamp the butterfly, then added some detail with marker, finishing off with a little Stickles. 

 

 Some fussy cut flowers, another stamped butterfly, a larger diecut doily from Cheery Lynn Designs, and gorgeous Prima flowers!

 

  Be sure to head over to My Creative Sketches for details on how to win the gorgeous prize pack, and check out the inspirational creations from the design team!

 

Thanks for stopping by!!

My Creative Sketches-August Sketch Reveal

Hello!  It's time for the August Sketch reveal at My Creative Sketches!  Join in the fun for your chance at the incredible  prize pack of goodies!!  Check out My Creative Sketches for all the details, and to find lots more gorgeous inspiration from the DT!

 

 I had a lot of fun adding layers of chipboard, fussy cut elements, lace, and flowers in the top corner. 

 I love how the stamped bird blends right in with the fussycut elements!

 I just drool over the masking and stenciling I see in the online galleries and have been inspired to try them out a bit more!  Here I applied modeling paste over the mask, once dry I gently rubbed various areas with ink for a distressed look.

I hope you have enjoyed my interpretation of the sketch!  I would love for you to share your version with us at My Creative Sketches! 

Thanks for stopping by!!